Shirley L. Spitzer, age 86, of Versailles Ohio, went to meet her savior on Thursday, October 22, 2026. She was born in 1940, in Osgood, Ohio, to the late Norbert Wayne & Louise (Lindsey) Apple. In addition to her parents, Shirley was also preceded in death by her loving husband, Ronald Keith Spitzer on August 16, 2021, whom she married July 11, 1960; brothers, Tom Apple, Harold Apple, and William Apple; and sisters-in-law, Janit Apple and Sharon Apple.
Surviving is her son Tom Spitzer and wife Sue Phlipot of Tipp City, Daughter Lynne Mangen of Covington, son Jim Spitzer, and wife Lois Albers of Versailles. Grandchildren Ben & Mandee Kremer, Angela & Tony Hemmert, Katie Spitzer, Molly Spitzer, Joe & Kristi Spitzer, Kara & Devin Beisner, Gabby Spitzer, Tony Spitzer, and Jack Spitzer. Great grandchildren Matthew Vogel, Chloe Vogel, Kylie Hemmert, Marah Hemmert, Judah Spitzer, and Theodore Spitzer. Sister & brother-in-law Marilyn & George Riegle of Troy; and sister-in-law Carol Apple of Versailles.
Shirley was a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and homemaker. Shirley was incredibly supportive and proud of her husband’s military career. Shirley in her teenage years packed eggs at Weaver Brothers in Versailles and enjoyed bowling, roller skating, and playing softball.
She loved staying involved in her children’s, grandchildren’s, and great grandchildren’s lives. Shirley sang in the church choir, was a youth leader, and former Girl Scout Troop Leader. Mom enjoyed golfing with her husband and was especially proud of sinking a hole-in-one at Stillwater Valley Golf Club. She enjoyed gardening and was proud of receiving the “Garden of the Month” in Oklahoma, Illinois, and Versailles. Shirley was a talented artist; she was passionate about painting.
A funeral service will be held on Tuesday October 27, 2026, at 12:00 PM at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home, Versailles, Ohio with Pastor Todd Reish officiating. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cancer Association of Darke County. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.zecharbailey.com for the Spitzer family.
